Joost
Cofounder en hoofdredacteur
I'm Joost, and I've been working in SEO and online marketing for over ten years. In all that time, one thing has been confirmed to me again and again: the best way to achieve long-term visibility and success is to offer your users as much value as possible. That principle is at the heart of ERE-Vergelijk. We compare all registration service providers, not just the ones that pay us a commission. We always compare fairly, and the consumer's interest comes first. As editor-in-chief, I safeguard the quality and independence of our knowledge base and comparison tool. My goal: to make ERE-Vergelijk the number 1 comparison site for registration services, so that every charging station owner in the Netherlands can easily find the best deal.
Articles by Joost
Updated 14 Oct 202616 min read
How do I choose an ERE booking service provider?
As a private individual, you cannot book ERE certificates (Emission Reduction Units; one ERE stands for one kilogram of avoided CO₂, and one kWh charged at home yields about 0.33 ERE) with the Dutch Emissions Authority (NEa) yourself. Booking ERE certificates must go through a booking service provider — and that choice determines how much you keep, net, from every kWh you charge. What should you look out for, and where are the pitfalls?
Read moreUpdated 12 Oct 20264 min read
Is the ERE scheme a subsidy?
The ERE scheme is not a subsidy. Not a single euro of public money is involved. The payout you receive as a home charger is paid by oil and fuel companies — not by the taxpayer. This article explains exactly how it works, where the money comes from, and why the distinction with a subsidy matters.
Read moreUpdated 12 Oct 20266 min read
From HBE to ERE: what is changing?
On 1 January 2026 the HBE system (Renewable Fuel Units) was replaced by the ERE system (Emission Reduction Units). The way the Netherlands measures and rewards the greening of transport has changed with it. This article explains exactly what is different, why the change was made, and what it means for you as a charger owner.
Read moreUpdated 18 Oct 202613 min read
What is the price of an ERE?
There is no fixed price for one ERE certificate: supply and demand determine the value, and it changes every week. The calculation value we use, with its reference date and range, is on our ERE price page; on 23 September 2026 it was €0.445 per ERE, about €0.15 gross per charged kWh. In this article we explain how the price comes about, why it fluctuates and what that means for your payout.
Read moreUpdated 18 Oct 202610 min read
Charging station with MID meter: which wallboxes are suitable for ERE?
A MID-certified meter in your charging station is the primary condition for applying for ERE certificates (Emission Reduction Units for home charging). Which wallboxes have this built-in as standard? An overview of Alfen, Zaptec, and Wallbox.
Read moreUpdated 18 Oct 202616 min read
What are ERE certificates? The complete guide for home chargers
ERE certificates are the Dutch successor to HBEs (Renewable Fuel Units): proof of renewable energy in transport. The law is final — the Dutch Senate approved the legislation on 31 March 2026. How does the system work, what do you need as a home charger and what does it earn you? A clear explanation.
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